“Lime at 1829”: Historic Hotel to Host Cultural Fundraiser for St. Thomas Historical Trust

Historic Hotel 1829 in Charlotte Amalie, open for bookings, will host the “Lime at 1829” fundraiser Friday for the St. Thomas Historical Trust. (Photo from Hotel 1829 Facebook page)

Hotel 1829 welcomes the community to “Lime at 1829” Friday from 5 – 9 p.m. The evening celebrates history and culture while raising funds for the St. Thomas Historical Trust, supporting its mission “to identify, protect and preserve the history, sites and culture of St. Thomas.”

Founded in 1966, the St. Thomas Historical Trust safeguards St. Thomas’ historic landmarks, including Hassel Island’s military structures, and Charlotte Amalie’s step streets. The organization operates the territory’s primary history museum on Raadets Gade, featuring precolonial artifacts, photographs, books and furnishings documenting the island’s development from colonial times through the 20th century. The St. Thomas Historical Trust offers walking tours, lectures, and cultural events to engage the community in the island’s history.

St. Thomas Historical Trust guides lead an educational tour through Hassel Island’s historic military structures, part of the Trust’s preservation efforts. (Photo from St. Thomas Historical Trust website)

The evening will celebrate Caribbean heritage with performances by the Mungo Niles Cultural Dancers, live music by Gary August, food and beverage sales, and a 50/50 raffle. Proceeds will fund the trust’s preservation work and education initiatives. 

Come enjoy the newly reopened Hotel 1829, located in the heart of Charlotte Amalie, and support the ongoing restoration efforts.

Artifacts on display at the St. Thomas Historical Trust Museum on Raadets Gade, preserving the island’s cultural heritage through historic collections. (Photo from St. Thomas Historical Trust Facebook page)

For those unable to attend and wish to support, contributions can be made at www.stthomashistoricaltrust.org/take-action.